Known Criminal Killed in Shooting in Netivot, Another Injured

A criminal shooting occurred in the city of Netivot, southern Israel, where two men were shot by unknown assailants. Emergency services were called to the scene after the attack. One victim, approximately 40 years old, was critically wounded and later died from his injuries. The other, a 29-year-old man, sustained light injuries and was conscious when found.

Senior paramedic Uriel Cohen from Magen David Adom's motorcycle unit reported that the critically injured man was found unconscious, without pulse or breathing, and despite advanced resuscitation efforts, he succumbed to his wounds. The second victim was located in a nearby building, treated on site, and transported to the hospital in stable condition.

The Netivot police station has launched an investigation, collecting evidence and conducting searches to identify the suspects. Authorities suspect the incident was related to criminal activity.